DEWALT DW130 (01) PDF Document

When using the DEWALT DW130, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury, including the following:

Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.

Consider work area environment. Don’t expose power tools to rain. Don’t use power tools in damp or wet locations. Keep work area well lit. Do not use tool in presence of flammable liquids or gases.

Guard against electric shock. Prevent body contact with grounded surfaces. For example; pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigerator enclosures.

Keep children away. Do not let visitors contact tool or extension cord. All visitors should be kept away from work area.

Store idle tools. When not in use, tools should be stored in dry, and high or locked up place — out of reach of children.

Don’t force tool. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was intended.

Use right tool. Don’t force small tool or attachment to do the job of a heavy-duty tool. Don’t use tool for purpose not intended.

Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Non-skid footwear is recommended when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair. Air vents often cover moving parts and should also be avoided.

Use safety glasses. Also use face or dust mask if operation is dusty.

Don’t abuse cord. Never carry tool by cord or yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.

Secure work. Use clamps or a vise to hold work. It’s safer than using your hand and it frees both hands to operate tool.

Don’t overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

Maintain tools with care. Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Inspect tool cords periodically and if damaged, have repaired by authorized service facility. Inspect extension cords periodically and replace if damaged. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.

Disconnect or lock off tools when not in use, before servicing, and when changing accessories, such as blades, bits, cutters.

Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on.

Avoid unintentional starting. Don’t carry tool with finger on switch. Be sure switch is off when plugging in.

Stay Alert. Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate tool when you are tired.

Check damaged parts. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions that may affect its operation. Have defective switches replaced by authorized service center. Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on and off.

When drilling or driving into walls, floors or wherever live electrical wires may be encountered, DO NOT TOUCH ANY METAL PARTS OF THE TOOL! Hold the tool only by insulated grasping surfaces to prevent electric shock if you drill or drive into a live wire.

The spade handle can be attached either horizontally or vertically. Place the handle into the locating boss on the back of the drill and assemble with the holding knob. The spade handle can be temporarily removed if working clearance at rear of tool is limited. Always replace the spade handle when possible.

The side handle can be placed in either side of the drill or the top of the drill according to operator preference and available working clearance. Always use the side handle and switch handle. This is a high-torque drill. Always hold it firmly with both hands when operating.

Pressing the TOP part of the switch runs the tool in a reverse direction. Pressing the BOTTOM part of the switch runs the tool in a forward direction. Always let the motor stop completely before changing direction.

To lock the trigger in the “FORWARD” position, depress the LOWER part of the trigger and push up the lock button. Then, while holding the lock button in position, gently release the trigger.

To release the locking mechanism, depress the trigger fully, then release it.

Note that the locking mechanism will not function if the upper part of the trigger is depressed (reverse operation). The locking feature is for use when the drill is mounted in a drill stand or otherwise firmly held, NOT BY HAND. Do not lock the switch “ON” when drilling by hand so that you can instantly release the trigger switch if the bit binds in the hole.

Be sure to release the switch locking button before disconnecting the plug from the power supply.

To insert a bit, open chuck jaws by turning the collar with fingers and insert the shank of the bit about 3/4″ (19mm) into the chuck. Tighten the chuck collar by hand. Place the chuck key in each of the three holes and tighten in a clockwise direction. It is important to tighten the chuck with all three holes. To release the bit, turn the chuck key counterclockwise in just one hole, then loosen the chuck by hand.

1. Place chuck key in chuck. Using a wooden mallet or similar object, strike key sharply in a CLOCKWISE direction. This will loosen the screw inside the chuck.

2. Open chuck jaws fully. Insert screwdriver into front of chuck between jaws to engage screw head. Remove screw by turning clockwise (left-hand thread).

3. Place key in chuck. Using a wooden mallet or similar object, strike key sharply in a COUNTERCLOCKWISE direction. This will loosen chuck so that it can be unscrewed by hand.

Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong grounding-type plugs. Ensure the cord is heavy enough to carry the current.

Always turn off tool and disconnect from power supply when attaching or changing bits or accessories.

Use sharp drill bits only.

Be sure the material to be drilled is anchored or clamped firmly. If drilling thin material, use a “back-up” block to prevent damage to the material.

Always apply pressure in a straight line with the bit. Use enough pressure to keep the drill bit biting, but do not push hard enough to stall the motor or deflect the bit.

Hold tool firmly to control the twisting action of the drill.

To minimize stalling on breaking through the material, reduce pressure on drill and ease the bit through the last fractional part of the hole.

Keep the motor running when pulling the bit back out of a drilled hole to prevent jamming.

If the drill stalls, it is usually because it is being overloaded. RELEASE TRIGGER IMMEDIATELY, remove drill bit from work, and determine cause of stalling. DO NOT CLICK TRIGGER ON AND OFF IN AN ATTEMPT TO START A STALLED DRILL – THIS CAN DAMAGE THE DRILL.

Holes in wood can be made with the same twist drills used for metal. These bits may overheat unless pulled out frequently to clear chips from the flutes. For larger holes, use spade bits, power auger bits, or hole saws. Work that is likely to splinter should be backed up with a block of wood.

Use a cutting lubricant when drilling metals. The exceptions are cast iron and brass which should be drilled dry. The cutting lubricants that work best are sulphurised cutting oil or lard oil; bacon grease will also serve the purpose. Use high speed steel twist drill bits or hole saws.

Use carbide tipped masonry bits at low speeds. Keep even force on the drill but not so much that you crack the brittle materials. A smooth, even flow of dust indicates the proper drilling rate.

All bearings used are factory lubricated to last the life of the tool. All needle bearings used receive their lubrication from the grease in the gear case. Clean and relubricate gear case yearly or whenever servicing requires the gear case to be removed. Gear case is removed by removing the three screws from the front of the tool. If the chuck is too large to permit removal of the two top screws, see instructions for chuck removal.

TURN OFF TOOL AND DISCONNECT FROM POWER SUPPLY. To inspect brushes, unscrew the plastic brush inspection caps (located in the sides of the motor housing) and the spring and brush assemblies may be withdrawn from the tool. Keep brushes clean and sliding freely in their guides. Carbon brushes have varying symbols stamped into them, and if the brush is worn down to a point where the symbol is not visible, they must be replaced.

Accessory must be rated for use at speed equal to or higher than nameplate RPM of tool with which it is being used.